Austria – Lech Zürs. A hotel amidst the mountains. In a landscape that takes your breath away. Where family and literature are at home – almost all year round: in summer, in winter, in golden autumn or in a snow-white spring. Where you can arrive, breathe out, and stay a while. Let’s call this place “Hotel Sonnenburg”.
Sounds intriguing? Become the main character of your next holiday at the Hotel Sonnenburg in Lech am Arlberg!
Stammhaus
Comfort multiplied by 43 – the 5-star house of your hotel in Lech, Arlberg
All 43 guest rooms of the Stammhaus, our main house and 5-star hotel in Lech am Arlberg, have been completely redesigned – exactly the way we feel most at home ourselves: comfortable, generous, stylish. Our decision has since been rewarded with a 5th star. Stay in the elegant heart of our hotel: sleep in exceptional beds and rest your head on a pillow of your choice. Enjoy precious fabrics and woods every day, and delight in our elegant bathroom design. Welcome to the 5-star Stammhaus of the Hotel Sonnenburg – your hotel at the Arlberg in the Austrian Alps!
Landhaus
Alpine charm times 25 – the 4-star superior hotel at the Arlberg
When alpine charm meets a family holiday, you have arrived at the 4-star superior Landhaus of the Hotel Sonnenburg. Why? Traditional Austrian ambience, elegant wooden furniture and floral patterns in fresh, natural colours invite you to linger. In no time, a heated underground passage takes you to the Stammhaus, where our panoramic swimming pool and spa area with views of the Arlberg, our library and the restaurants await you. Unwind even more in our tasteful Landhaus, set slightly apart from the holiday hustle and bustle. We treat you to breakfast in our cosy breakfast room while you enjoy the refined Landhaus charm of our 4-star superior hotel in Arlberg. You can also reach our modern conference hotel in just a few steps. But see for yourself …
“I never stop reading while travelling.” We fully agree with the philosopher Seneca: for us at the Sonnenburg, travel and reading are inseparable. As one of the few literary hotels in Austria, we want to share our love of literature with our guests, both young and old. That is why we regularly host author readings at the Hotel Sonnenburg (not only) for families, creative workshops, and the Oberlech Picture Book Days for the little ones.
You can leave your favourite book safely at home, by the way – a replacement is quickly found. In our in-house library, you can choose from more than 1,000 works across a wide range of genres. Elsewhere in the hotel, you will keep discovering small extensions of our book collection: our poolside library at the panoramic pool is probably unique in Lech and across Austria. More than 50 titles on the theme of “water” and “swimming” and well-lit reading nooks by the panoramic window round off this special reading pleasure. You will find a fine selection for the whole family in the Sonnenburg book box – essentially a small library for every room and suite.
Family fun in winter
A colourful cosmos of shared winter activities awaits the whole family around the Hotel Sonnenburg. Skiers and snowboarders particularly appreciate our ski-in/ski-out access: located in one of Vorarlberg’s most beautiful ski regions, our hotel in Lech am Arlberg sits directly on the slopes, right between the children’s slope and the ski school. You will also find a ski hire service conveniently in-house. But the Lech Zürs ski resort offers winter sports fans far more than skiing alone: tobogganing, winter hiking or a horse-drawn sleigh ride add extra doses of white winter fun.
Rounding things off are our indoor activities: how about a romantic fondue evening? Or some wellness at the Arlberg in our exclusive family sauna? Not to mention readings and events for everyone keen to climb mountains of knowledge with us in the warmth? Either way, a holiday in Austria at our hotel in Lech am Arlberg is something special.
Summer holidays at the Hotel Sonnenburg
On a summer holiday at our hotel at the Arlberg, you get to experience Austria at its most beautiful. Hiking in Vorarlberg offers active families and summit-seekers unique views – or perhaps you would rather explore the mountains from the saddle, by e-bike or on while trail riding. Guests of all ages can cool off in our swimming pool. Or why not try action-packed activities such as family canyoning or climbing for kids?
A multi-generational family holiday is also as wonderful as can be at our hotel at the Arlberg in the Austrian Alps. When every generation comes together, from grandchildren to parents to grandparents, experiences turn into stories and stories into cherished memories. Summer in Lech has plenty to offer. But see for yourself.
Cuisine
The refined taste of Austria with international twists
How good does Austria taste? Get ready for a taste test, because the restaurants at our hotel in Lech put local cuisine centre stage. After all, first-class food should be part of any wonderful holiday experience. It doesn’t matter whether you eat a vegan diet or suffer from allergies. Gluten-free, raw diet or food intolerances – we meet every wish, of course after individual consultation with you.
At the Sonnenburg, you start the day with a fantastic breakfast buffet in our hotel restaurant. In the evening, we treat you to a delicious 5-course menu. Our younger guests can choose from their own children’s menu. Or you round off your day as a family in our à la carte restaurant Schüna, in a rustic yet stylish atmosphere. In the original, beautifully preserved log cabin with breathtaking mountain views, you can spend an unforgettable evening with family, as a group or for a corporate event for up to 35 people.
A truly unique culinary experience awaits gourmets at our literary gourmet restaurant Textur – inspired and accompanied by literary treats, you can enjoy, a delicious six courses spread across ten chapters. And the best place to enjoy the mountain sun is one of the finest spots in the region: our sun terrace. For a lunch or a sweet afternoon treat with a unique view of the majestic peaks of the Arlberg massif.
Congresses, Seminars, Incentives
Corporate events at 1,650 metres
Whether congresses and conferences, seminars or incentives – the Hotel Sonnenburg is the ideal location for your corporate event. Our high-quality meeting rooms offer space for groups of various sizes. We welcome up to 220 people in our three conference rooms. Inspiration is guaranteed: all these rooms offer your participants a wonderful mountain view through spacious panoramic windows. Our cosy library and the traditionally furnished restaurant Schüna are also available for your event. The Sonnenburg event team takes care of all your wishes with all-round 5-star service: individual team-building activities in the mountains, a delicious 5-course menu, or state-of-the-art event technology. On our inviting sun terrace, your participants can recharge during breaks.
Our insider tip: in the Privatissimum, you can hold meetings, dine or run events for up to 30 people in an exclusive setting. Get in touch with us and hold your conference in the Austrian Alps!
We are now in the mountains and they are in us, kindling enthusiasm, making every nerve quiver, filling every pore and cell of us.
John Muir
Your hosts
Waltraud Hoch
With passion and a great deal of sensitivity, Waltraud Hoch ensures that you, as a guest, feel at home everywhere at the Sonnenburg. Alongside housekeeping, she is also responsible for human resources, overseeing all current and future employees of the Sonnenburg.
Waltraud Hoch studied German and Romance Studies at the University of Vienna and completed her master’s degree in Public Relations. For more than eight years, she held a senior position at a leading Austrian call-centre provider in the fields of PR, direct marketing and advertising, before shifting her focus to the hotel industry. Waltraud Hoch has been running the Hotel Sonnenburg since December 2004.
Gregor Hoch
Dr. Gregor Hoch focuses increasingly on strategic matters and pulls the strings behind the scenes. He keeps an experienced hand on accounting, controlling and sales.
Gregor Hoch first studied International Business Administration with a focus on Finance at the University of Vienna. He gained work experience far from the Arlberg, such as in New York, Bregenz, and at the renowned Marriott hotel chain in Hong Kong. He later worked for the Austrian Hotel and Tourism Bank. Gregor Hoch has been running the Hotel Sonnenburg since 2004. As president, vice-president and now honorary president of the Austrian Hotel Association, he is closely familiar with the hotel industry.
